PERIMETER Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

perimeter

noun

pə-ˈri-mə-tər

Definition of perimeter

as in edge

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something soldiers guarding the perimeter of the camp

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Recent Examples of perimeter The tech behind the GEN8 0311P irons includes dual perimeter weighting that helps dial in shot-shape changes without altering lie or loft. — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 To the right of the lobby, past the safety perimeter, is space for a lunchroom, fridges, vending and a small conference room tenants could use, and a large staircase up to the second floor. — Morgan Matzen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 28 Aug. 2026 Tap the fire icon or perimeter outline to view current fire details. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026 The map above shows the evacuation areas in red and the approximate fire perimeters as a black line. — Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perimeter

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Noun

The Eagles were not as dominant in 2025, partly due to the regression of the depth in their secondary and the injuries sustained at edge rusher.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
The facilities would include what’s known as an edge computing data center, which typically is much smaller than traditional data centers and which Global Stack says would require lower utility use and no municipal water connection.

— Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of edge

Noun

The film centers on Leo and Anne, whose relationship becomes caught in a cycle of attraction and separation as the boundaries between intimacy and dependence, care and control and presence and absence steadily begin to collapse.

— Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
But the methods used in the show’s sting operations, as depicted here, uncomfortably skirt the dubious boundaries of entrapment.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of boundary

Noun

Asian food Lucknow is considered by many Indians as one of the country’s greatest culinary capitals, but beyond the South Asian nation’s borders, the city has remained largely absent from global conversations about food.

— Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026
On a community level, that could mean creating more open spaces between the waterfront and development, replacing the asphalt that borders places like Virginia Key with mangroves and walking paths.

— Zoey Thomas, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of border

Noun

After spending eight hours Sunday cutting, edging, shredding, digging and ripping at things in the yard and in the garage, my advice to younger readers is to invest in high-quality tools.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
The great diversity of forms available lend themselves to foundation plantings, edging and low hedges, as well as architectural accents and reliable container plantings.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of edging

Noun

France isn’t as imposing in the frontcourt, though Salaün and Malonga are a devastating starting combo with the former’s shooting and the latter’s rim-running.

— Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Grand Canyon National Park This world-famous Arizona national park is a mile-deep canyon—a spectacular example of erosion—with awe-inspiring views from both the north and south rims.

— Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026

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